Stachybotrys microspora. [Descriptions of Fungi and Bacteria].
Abstract A description is provided for Stachybotrys microspora. Information is included on the disease caused by the organism, its transmission, geographical distribution, and hosts. HOSTS: Arachis, Bambusa, Barleria, Chrysanthemum, Corriandrum, Genipa, Gossypium, Guava, Helianthus, Palmae, Photinia, Ricinus, Saccharum, Triticum. Also from bark, sand, soil and wood. DISEASE: None as a primary pathogen of plants; encountered as a secondary invader or as a saprobe. GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION: Africa: Egypt, Ethiopia, Namibia, Nigeria. Asia: India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia. Europe: Denmark, Yugoslavia. Australasia & Oceania: Australia. North America: Canada. Central America & West Indies: Cuba. TRANSMISSION: Presumably via conidia dispersed by air or water, or movement of infected soil or plant debris.